Bartie's Inc. sells watercolors and pastels that are marketed as safe for use by children. However, several accounts of lead poisoning were reported in children who used the products. An investigation revealed that the company was knowingly manufacturing colors that contained a significant amount of a toxic heavy metal. Which of the following torts has Bartie's committed?

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Bartie's Inc. has committed the tort of misrepresentation by marketing their products as safe for children despite knowingly using toxic materials in their products, which caused harm to children who used them.